nba Game Recap
New Orleans Defeats Memphis 112-101 - Recap
Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 21 points leading the Pelicans to a 112-101 victory over Memphis at Smoothie King Center on Saturday.
New Orleans was an underdog by +3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 218.5.
New Orleans got 19 points from Brandon Ingram and another 17 points from Herbert Jones. Josh Hart contributed 11 assists, while Jonas Valanciunas cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Grizzlies got a 23-point performance from Dillon Brooks, who was supported by 22 points from Ja Morant. Ja Morant had 10 assists in a losing cause for Memphis, while Steven Adams grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Pelicans hit the break winning 62-44 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Memphis as they grabbed 39 boards, while New Orleans only had 37
New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wizards. The Grizzlies will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Houston.